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Photek Softlighter Hot Shoe Diffuser Kit (36")

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Photek Softlighter Hot Shoe Diffuser Kit (36")
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Key Features
  • Studio-Quality Light From Small Flash
  • Umbrella, Diffuser, Adapter Included
  • Gold & Silver Discs for Color Control
If you're looking for better light using your on-camera flash, Photek's Softlighter Hot Shoe Diffuser Kit (36") fits the bill: you get a 36" umbrella with a white interior and black removable cover, a diffuser panel with an opening for a hot shoe flash (not included) and the umbrella shaft, a set of touch fastener tabs for the flash head, a hot shoe umbrella/light stand adapter with an adjustable hot shoe locking plate for mounting the flash/umbrella to a stand, and a set of silver and gold discs for modifying the color of the light. This setup gives you a broad, soft studio-quality light using only a battery-powered "on-camera" flash.
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Photek SoftLighter 36" Overview

If you're looking for better light using your on-camera flash, Photek's Softlighter Hot Shoe Diffuser Kit (36") fits the bill: you get a 36" umbrella with a white interior and black removable cover, a diffuser panel with an opening for a hot shoe flash (not included) and the umbrella shaft, a set of touch fastener tabs for the flash head, a hot shoe umbrella/light stand adapter with an adjustable hot shoe locking plate for mounting the flash/umbrella to a stand, and a set of silver and gold discs for modifying the color of the light. This setup gives you a broad, soft studio-quality light using only a battery-powered "on-camera" flash.

Studio-quality light from small flash
Umbrella, diffuser, adapter, and touch fastener tabs included
UPC: 811761011231

Photek SoftLighter 36" Specs

Item Type
1x 36" Convertible Umbrella with Softbox Diffuser Cover
 • Color: White Translucent Umbrella + Black Interior/Exterior Removable Cover
Shaft Diameter
8 mm
Number of Rods
8
Included Mount/Stand
1x Swivel Umbrella Bracket with Shoe Mount
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.85 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
24 x 3.9 x 3.4"

Photek SoftLighter 36" Reviews

Umbrella lighting to a new level

By Duane
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-06-16

Umbrella lighting was always second to bank lighting when I worked in NYC. That's changed. The SoftLighter combines bounce and diffusion to perfection. At 36 it is easy to pack and set-up. The removable wands eliminate the worry and liability of eyes getting poked. I've added several of these to my daily packing.

hard to get installed on a Elinchrom D-lie RX 4 head

By Pat
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-01

I bought thins thinking the 7mm part of the shaft would finally allow me to actually use the shaft mount through the Elinchrom head instead of the flimsy and awkward side mount. After much wrestling with the center sock, I was able to get things set up and the shaft does allow me to get just enough of the flash into the softlighter to be useful. It would be nice if more light modifiers offered their products with 7mm shafts

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Hi, what is the actual folded size of the 36"? It ...

Hi, what is the actual folded size of the 36"? It can't be the same size as the 46 ;)
Asked by: Lubo
All the stuff fits into the included sack - 23" long by about 3 & 1/2" diameter.
Answered by: Kevin
Date published: 2021-01-07

Will the 7mm shaft fit into the Elinchrom ELB-500 ...

Will the 7mm shaft fit into the Elinchrom ELB-500 head without an adapter?
Asked by: Matthew
Yes it can work on a ELB 500.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2021-01-20

hi ! Is the umbrella included in this?

hi ! Is the umbrella included in this?
Asked by: Daisuke
Yes it is.
Answered by: Mark S
Date published: 2019-03-16

How long does this take to set up onsite?

How long does this take to set up onsite?
Asked by: Ben
The Photek Softlighter Umbrella would set up very quickly on site, but it all depends on the individual using it.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2022-06-23

Hi, anyone know if either of the shafts will fit ...

Hi, anyone know if either of the shafts will fit a profoto 7 series head? Thank you
Asked by: John Paul
What kind of mount do I need for this umbrella and AD200? What I have now doesnt seem to work as umbrella pole and Strobe are too far apart and cant be stuffed into the shaft.
Answered by: Polina
Date published: 2024-04-07

What about the catch-light with this contraption ...

What about the catch-light with this contraption ?
Asked by: Harry
The Softlighter Umbrella would produce a rounded catch-light.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2021-08-02

What diameter shaft would I need to be compatible ...

What diameter shaft would I need to be compatible with the Godox AD600 Pro and the AD200 Pro?
Asked by: jim
The AD600 Pro and AD200 Pro can accept either an 8mm or 7mm umbrella shaft.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2021-08-09
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